Who said 'PURA is one of the mechanisms which will be utilised for transforming our villages inte productive economic zones?
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The correct answer is option 1 i.e. APJ Abdul Kalam.
The statement "PURA is one of the mechanisms which will be utilised for transforming our villages into productive economic zones" was made by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, the 11th President of India and a renowned scientist. He envisioned PURA (Provision of Urban Amenities in Rural Areas) as a means to bridge the rural-urban divide and promote sustainable development in rural areas.
Dr. Kalam believed that rural India could be transformed into productive economic hubs through the provision of essential urban amenities like better infrastructure, education, healthcare, and employment opportunities. The PURA model aimed to create a self-sustaining ecosystem by improving rural infrastructure, fostering skill development, and encouraging entrepreneurship, all while maintaining the rural community's cultural identity.
Dr. Kalam’s vision for PURA emphasized the importance of technological advancements, decentralized governance, and rural empowerment to promote economic growth and upliftment of rural India, ensuring balanced national development.